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Who is Dr. Chan, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vivien Chan, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chan is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office at (310) 319-3475.
What languages does Dr. Chan speak?
Dr. Chan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Chan typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Chan diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Chan typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Chan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 319-3475 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chan accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chan in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Chan's office located?
Dr. Vivien Chan's Primary Practice
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 901
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 319-3475
What hospitals are Dr. Chan affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Chan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508564014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chan
What is Dr. Vivien Chan's specialty?
Dr. Chan is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is Dr. Vivien Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Dr. Vivien Chan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
No, Dr. Vivien Chan is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivien Chan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (310) 319-3475 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vivien Chan?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (310) 319-3475 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Chan's office located?
Dr. Chan's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Santa Monica, CA.
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